The 10 Best True Wireless Earbuds of 2019

As technology continues to evolve, there are quite a few brands competing to design the perfect pair of completely wireless earphones. The competition also exists among makers of smart speakers and over/on-ear headphones. Are you ready to jump on the wireless wave?

It can add convenience to our lives but doesn’t always come without a trade-off or two. The 10 best true wireless earbuds of 2019 we recommend are a combination of the most feature-packed, premium sound quality-producing, in-ear headphones that you can find today.

We did our best to give you a good list of options that weigh price with overall quality. They share a lot of the same features, but also have some distinct differences. Read the section below to see how we decided which ones to include!

The 10 Best True Wireless Earbuds of 2019!

Here are some of the main features we used to decide which earbuds to include:

Sound/Comfort Customization

Audio Transparency

IPX Rating vs. No Official IPX Rating

Fitness Tracking vs. No Fitness Tracking

Noise-cancelling vs. Noise-Isolating

If you aren’t familiar with some of those terms, don’t worry – it will be explained in detail. One thing they all have in common is that they ALL include a carrying case and most of them include a portable charging case (in case they die while you’re out and about).

If you need a brief refresher on what to look for before making your decision, take a quick look at thisheadphone buying guide before you read through this list. If you already know what features you can and can’t live without let’s get right into it!

Pros:

Cons:

Only 3 hours of battery life on a single charge

You can only control play/pause, on/off, answer/ignore from the button controls

Are They The Right Fit For You?

I would highly recommend the JAM Ultra Truly Wireless earbuds to you if you don’t want to spend too much – but you want the extra convenience and bonus features of a completely wire-free sonic experience. If you don’t absolutely need the best sound quality that money can buy, these would be right up your alley.

Also, these are a great entry-level pair of ‘buds to start down the path of cutting (not literally) all the wires out of your life. The only reason I wouldn’t recommend these to you, is if you want to spend some extra dough for bells and whistles like internal storage, fitness tracking, etc. (In which case, you’ll want to keep scrolling.)

If not, and you want to give these a try – click the button below to see more customer reviews, star ratings, and pricing info.

2. Bragi H-1000 The Headphone

Basic Features & Technical Specs:

Listen for up to 6 hours on a single charge

Features Bluetooth 4.0 technology

Includes CarryCase for compact transport

Charges inside CarryCase (only when connected to USB cord)

Features Audio Transparency (if you want to be aware of your surroundings)

Has passive noise-isolation (control what you want to hear)

Includes 3 different FitTip ear sleeve sizes

Each ear contains two knowles-balanced armature drivers

Weight: 3.52 oz.

Dimensions: 2.2 x 0.8 x 2.2 in.

Take a look at this in depth review of the Bragi H-1000:

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Pros:

If you lose one earbud, you don’t have to get a brand new pair – just replace the one you lost

About half the cost of the Bragi The Dash (with almost identical features)

They sound as good as the more expensive Bragi model

Longer battery life (6 hrs.) is in the upper end of the true wireless spectrum

The Audio Transparency feature is great for listening in busy or crowded areas

The included ear tip sizes make it easy to get the perfect fit

Cons:

Carrying case won’t charge earbuds unless plugged into micro USB

No official IPX rating (if you plan on working out or running with them in your ears)

Are They The Right Fit For You?

The Bragi H-1000 The Headphone offer quite a few features that are hard to pass on (at least without careful consideration). You’ll get a pretty wide range of features that make these a tough competitor to beat.

All in all, it really comes down to their above average battery life, Audio Transparency, reasonable price, and overall performance. They check almost all the boxes for what are becoming the industry standards in this style of headphones.

I would highly recommend these if you’re ready to take the dive into becoming completely wire-free – and all the features we went over check all your personal boxes.

If all that sounds good, go ahead and use the button below to see current pricing info, star ratings, and additional customer reviews.

3. Rowkin Bit Stereo True Wireless In-Ear Headphones

Basic Features & Technical Specs:

Listen for up to 2 hours (music)/3 hours (talk time) on a single charge

IPX5 waterproof rating (in case you want to go for a run, or accidentally spill some water on them)

Uses Bluetooth 4.2 wireless technology

Available in Space Gray, Gold, and Silver

Weight: 0.18 oz.

Dimensions: 0.55 x 0.83 x 0.55 in.

Watch the short video below to see a quick review:

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Pros:

Best true wireless earbud at this price point

The Bluetooth 4.2 is a step up for a better wireless connection

Extremely compact and discreet

The portable charging case will extend the shorter battery life

An IPX5 rating means you can take these out in the rain (or spray with water from any direction) and they’ll still work perfectly fine

Great option for casual listening, working out, and watching videos

Cons:

Battery life won’t last as long as some of the other models on this list

You’ll notice them in your ears after an hour or two of listening (some minor discomfort)

Are They The Right Fit For You?

The Rowkin Bit Stereo True Wireless headphones would be a great fit for you if you like a more sleek, compact, and discreet-looking earbud. Their IPX5 rating is in the upper echelon of other models with water-proof features on this list (but offered at a much lower price).

Your call quality will be more precise and clear due to the noise-reduction and echo-cancellation features built into the mic. You get quite a bit of wiggle room to choose if you want to listen with one or both earbuds and the customer reviews really speak for themselves.

The only reason I wouldn’t recommend these to you, is if the sound quality matters more than anything else. (If that’s the case for you, keep reading for more options.)

If you’re satisfied with the review video above and all the other features we’ve covered, click the button below to get more info and/or claim your pair.

4. Samsung Gear IconX (2018 Edition)

Basic Features & Technical Specs:

Listen for up to 5 hours Bluetooth, 7 hours MP3 listening, and 4 hours of talk time (on a single charge)

The Audio Transparency feature is great if you want to be aware of your surroundings

Touch pad controls are easy to navigate and make the overall design more sleek and stylish

Decent battery life for a truly wireless earbud

Cons:

Only an IPX2 rating (sweat-proof, not water-proof)

Clear sound but not a lot of bass (important if you listen to mostly bass-heavy music)

Are They The Right Fit For You?

The Samsung Gear IconX (2018 Edition) also made our Best Wireless Earbuds for Working Out list – as the clear winner. They’re a super solid pair of truly wire-free ‘buds with tons of bonus features to push you over the edge. Their lower IPX rating is their main downside. If you’re looking for something that you plan on using for things that won’t expose you to too much moisture, these would be perfect.

With 4 GB of internal storage (a feature shared by only a few others here) you can keep up to 1,000 songs stored directly in your ‘buds. It might not seem like a very important feature but it is. Especially at the gym, you won’t have to carry your mini laptop (smartphone) on an annoying armband or in your pocket. Just upload your favorite workout jams and listen away.

7 hours of phone-free, wire-free listening isn’t too bad at all. All this, plus the additional portable charging time make the Gear IconX a strong option to consider.

If that sounds like exactly what you’re looking for, use the button below for current pricing info, star ratings, and more customer reviews.

Cons:

Are They The Right Fit For You?

The Sony WF-1000X is Sony’s first-ever truly wireless earbud model. There might be a few kinks that still need to be worked out but that applies to pretty much every single piece of technology, right? These would be a great fit for you if you like the ability to not only personally control your audio settings, but also use Active Noise-Cancelling technology to further enhance your listening experience.

Battery life is one of the most important aspects of this style of headphones and the WF-1000X perform about average in that area. In case you do run out of battery life, make sure to bring your portable charging case. If you’re someone who listens to podcasts all day while you’re at work, you can have your case stored away in your backpack or purse. When your ‘buds finally die (after 3 full hours) – just pull out your charging case, let them juice up, and keep listening to JRE, or Serial, or whatever podcast you’re into.

These would make for a great at-work, at-home, or walk-around headphone. You can see additional customer reviews, pricing info, and star ratings if you click the button below.

Pros:

Overall battery life capability is above average when stacked against the competition

The Fast Charging feature is super convenient for all day use (or in case you forget to charge them)

The Jaybird App helps you find a lost earbud (plus you can create a personalized soundscape)

Multiple included ear sleeve sizes to choose from and make sure they stay in place

Cons:

No official IPX rating (but they’re still water-resistant under light conditions)

No internal MP3 storage

A little bit overpriced for what you get

Are They The Right Fit For You?

The Jaybird Run True Wireless headphones might be the perfect fit for you. Did the review video convince you that these are exactly what you’re looking for? I probably wouldn’t recommend these if you’re searching for a water-proof/workout-specific earbud.

On the other hand, if you just need to get rid of some of the cords in your life – and you love listening to music all day, you should seriously consider these. Choose your pick of color, pair them up with your phone, and jam out. The customer reviews have been mostly positive so far, and I’m sure your experience will be very similar.

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Includes 4 different ear tip sizes so you can find the right fit for your ears

Sol Republic’s signature sound profile (deep bass/clarity)

Available in Blue, Gray, Gold, and Teal

Weight: 4.32 oz.

Dimensions: 1.89 x 3.67 x 1.38 in.

Take a look at the video below to see a quick review:

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Pros:

Easy-t0-use, simple button control system

The portable charging case will give you more than enough extra charges (but you’ll have to wait for them to fully charge)

If your phone’s running low on battery, you can keep listening and charge your phone at the same time

Strong bass response (great for bass-heads, fans of EDM/Hip-Hop)

Designed to keep unwanted noise out (without draining battery life with Active Noise-Cancelling)

Cons:

Minor lag (when watching movies/Netflix)

Battery life isn’t impressive for a model at this price point

Are They The Right Fit For You?

Sol Republic was one of the earlier adopters of this style of headphone. Being among the first doesn’t necessarily mean that you’re still in first place, but the Sol Republic Amps Air Totally Wireless have still proven themselves as a valid option.

For at-home use with your laptop or TV, you might experience some slight lag issues. When you’re using these with your phone for streaming music, the lag won’t be an issue. These are recommended for fans of a bass-heavy sound profile and also if you don’t need your pair of ‘buds to last all day. They’ll survive your average workout, the full length of a movie, and even part of a road trip.

In case you do need more battery life out of them, you can always bring the portable charging case and recharge them on the go. If both your ‘buds AND phone happen to die – don’t worry, you can charge them both without any wires whatsoever. Not all of the portable charging cases have an external port for smartphones, so it’s definitely another strong point of this model.

If everything we just covered sounds like the pair of ‘buds that will make your life easier, click the button below for more info.

8. B&O Play E8 Premium Truly Wireless Bluetooth Earphones

Basic Features & Technical Specs:

Listen for up to 4 hours + an extra 8 with the included genuine leather charging case

Experience clear calls and come in loud and clear on the other end with the omnidirectional mic

The Audio Transparency feature lets you choose when to let outside noise in (and when not to)

Cons:

Touch pad controls will take some getting used to

Single charge battery life could be better

Are They The Right Fit For You?

The B&O Play E8 Premium Truly Wireless earphones aren’t for everyone. They’re not exactly giving them away, is what I mean. They were specifically modeled after some of B&Os earlier models – but with major improvements. If you’re someone who really cares about hearing the best audio quality possible, you’ll want to really consider taking a closer look at these.

If you have some extra cash laying around somewhere, by all means give these a try. If you need a better balance of features (that comes with a lower price tag), I would recommend going with one of the other models on this list.

Once again, for a not only truly wireless, but also a truly premium earbud experience that you can take with you wherever you choose – definitely check these out. I’d recommend these for fans of previous B&O headphone models, audio quality fanatics, and a quality pair of ‘buds that you won’t use for working out.

If that sounds like everything you hoped for, click the button below to see current pricing info, customer reviews, and star ratings.

9. Bragi The Dash Pro With Alexa

Basic Features & Technical Specs:

Listen for up to 5 hours + 25 extra hours (5 full extra charges) with the included charging/carrying case

4 different battery life indication colors (know how much you have left)

The Audio Transparency feature works hand-in-hand with the IPX rating to make these great for active use (biking alongside a road or running next to traffic)

Only model on this list that has a foreign language translation feature (perfect for those of you that like to travel but you also want to know what’s being said)

ZERO latency when watching videos

Cons:

Shares a lot of the same features as the Bragi H-1000 (but at a much higher price)

The audio quality isn’t as good as some of the less-expensive models (like the B&O Play E8)

Not the best option for audiophiles

Are They The Right Fit For You?

The Bragi The Dash Pro With Alexa have quite a bit to offer. In a market that’s becoming more and more saturated with gear that looks similar but doesn’t perform as well – you’ll want to note these as a top choice. I don’t really need to convince you of how well they perform since they honestly speak for themselves.

You probably noticed the longer list of pros compared to some of the other options listed here. That’s because Bragi The Dash Pro tried their best to cross every “t” and dot every “i”. They wanted to give us as little to complain about, or want for, as possible – and they almost succeeded.

The main downside for this pair of ‘buds is the price they’re being offered at. Having a fitness tracker, IPX7 rating, 4 GB of internal storage, and Audio Transparency is all great (unless it gets so expensive that it becomes less and less worth it).

If you’ve already owned a pair of truly wireless ‘buds and you want an upgrade, definitely consider these. For a higher-end, entry-level pair, I’d recommend starting with the Bragi H-1000s.

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And The Winner Is…

10. Jabra Elite Sport True Wireless Fitness Earbuds

Basic Features & Technical Specs:

Listen/Talk for up to 4.5 hours on a single charge

Get an additional 9 hours with the included charging/carrying case

15 minute Quick Charge allows for a full hour and a half of playback time

Cons:

Are They The Right Fit For You?

When it came time to find specific downsides for the Jabra Elite Sport Fitness earbuds, it was pretty tough to spot very many. While they don’t perform at the same level (sound-wise) as some of the more expensive pairs – they are the best all-around truly wireless earbuds.

If you’re looking for something that you can travel with, run with, watch Netflix with, play music from your phone, and use to block out the noise around you, they score the highest rating.

If all those features are exactly what you need to jump on the truly wireless wave of audio tech gear, these would be the best place to start.

Our #1 Recommendation Gives You The Best of Both Worlds!

It was hard to pick a clear winner between the Bragi The Dash With Alexa and the Jabra Elite Sport Earbuds. In the end it came down to comparing the pros and cons of each.

The Bragi The Dash has a lot of extra features that make it seem like the best option. Compared to the Jabra Elite Sport earbuds, the price difference was the final deciding factor.

Both pairs of ‘buds are quality, feature-studded, and have each gotten tons of overwhelmingly positive feedback. When it comes to choosing between the two, I’d recommend the Jabra Elite Sport. They’re the best option out of the bunch, all things considered.

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The Final Wrap Up (No Pun Intended)

Now that you have all the best true wireless earbuds of 2019 in front of you, you can finally cut the cord and roam free. You can finally wrap up your old pair of earbuds, grab a new pair, and experience everything they have to offer.

Most of the earbuds here aren’t absolutely perfect, but then again, what headphones are? I hope you were able to find a pair that matched up with your needs, budget, and overall performance. I’m excited to see the progression of completely wire-free audio technology – and you should be too.

If you have a question about any of the specific models, or truly wireless gear in general, feel free to ask below. Do you already own a pair of this style of earbuds? Are you new and want to catch the wave? Leave a comment and let me know!

The Sony WF-1000X seems like a great option for me! I liked the Samsung Gear IconX (2018 Edition) but I’m a bass freak, so it probably wouldn’t be the best bet for me seeing as you said it lacks in bass quality.

Thanks so much for helping me pick out the best true wireless earbuds for me by writing this article! Cheers!

Thank you so much for this list!
I been looking into buying some wireless earbuds but since they are quite new i wasn’t sure where to start.
My brother has the Bragi H-1000 and really likes them, but to be honest I want to give another brand a try 😀
I think i’m going to go with the Jabra elite, they sound like a magnificent product and so far they might be the best i have learned about, so thank you for helping me choose !!